Send us a textIn this episode, we talk with Dr. Ariele Foster, a physical therapist and founder of Yoga Anatomy Academy, about movement as we age. Ariele de-bunks common misconceptions about movement and yoga asana in the wellness space, such as the difference between yoga and yoga asana, what functional movement actually is and why it matters, and how to modify movement as we age.Introducing Ariele Foster [02:59]What is the difference between yoga and asana? [12:12]How physical therapy impacts yoga asana [14:49]What is functional movement and why is it important?[21:00]How to modify movement as we age? [28:50]How do we know when it’s time to adjust our movement routine?[44:00] Instagram : @yogaanatomyacademy @dr.ariele.fosterAriele is a doctor of physical therapy and the founder of Yoga Anatomy Academy, a no-nonsense, evidence-based resource for learning yoga anatomy and movement science. She runs an integrative physical therapy clinic both virtually and in Washington DC. In addition to teaching online courses and an anatomy mentorship through Yoga Anatomy Academy, she has taught courses with and written for Yoga Journal on hip stability and fascia release, before gracing the cover of Yoga Journal Australia in 2018. Ariele began teaching yoga in 2001. Her grandmother was also a yoga teacher. Support the showFollow @howthewiseonegrows and @hollyzajur on Instagram for more and check out more offerings online. Join the ~*Dream Team*~ to support the podcast!Get the 28 Day Creative Wellness Challenge E-Workbook- Use the code KEEPCREATING for 15% off! Work 1:1 with Holly through mentorship & coachingJoin the FREE *Creative Wellness Collective* to continue the conversations we have on the podcast with fellow listeners!Give the gift that keeps on giving-- Custom Meditations!Episode sponsored by Connect Wellness. Connect Wellness empowers people with tools to connect with themselves, others, and the present moment.Be wise-- sign up to be the first to know what's next!